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Fri, May 29, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 532

Antique Wrought Wire Souvenir Spoon with Seashell Bowl and Bead

Estimate: $30 - $10,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $1,000
$10,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
A decorative souvenir spoon featuring a handle crafted from wrought metal wire, likely a brass or copper alloy. The handle consists of a central twisted wire stem that expands into a symmetrical scrolled finial. A dark circular metal element with an incised cross symbol is positioned at the top of the scrollwork. Below the scrolls, a round yellow chatoyant bead, possibly cat's eye glass or polished shell, is incorporated into the wire construction. The spoon bowl is made from a natural, ridged scallop shell, which is attached to the wire handle via small wire loops. There are no visible maker marks on the piece. A historical paper inventory tag is adhered to the interior of the shell bowl with handwritten notations.

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